"I see something moving at the top of this tree... it couldn't be that our rabbit has climbed up there..." 1855

Curator: This drawing by Honoré Daumier, titled "I see something moving at the top of this tree... it couldn't be that our rabbit has climbed up there...", presents a hunting scene. Editor: It's darkly humorous. The way the figures crane their necks upward creates this wonderfully awkward tension within the stark lines of the forest. Curator: The composition emphasizes the social critique inherent in Daumier's work. Here, we see the leisure class engaged in a futile hunt, comically questioning their skills and privilege. Editor: Absolutely, and the choice of lithography as a medium allowed for mass production, making the satire accessible to a broad audience. It’s speaking volumes about class disparity and the absurdity of aristocratic pursuits. Curator: The lines themselves are quite dynamic, creating a sense of movement that amplifies the comedic effect. Editor: Daumier uses humor as a tool to expose societal flaws and prompt reflection. It asks us to question the values and behaviors on display. Curator: Precisely, a clever subversion using visual wit. Editor: Indeed, it leaves one pondering the real targets of this hunt.